Using distribution models to deliver smart grid volt/var control
Power distribution organizations are under pressure to become more efficient and manage increasing peak demand. As the cost of adding incremental capacity to networks has risen, organizations have had to evaluate new operational strategies to reach these goals. Distribution volt/var control, while not a new topic, is experiencing a resurgence in the industry, due to technology advances that have increased its effectiveness. Volt/var control includes conservation voltage reduction, where the system demand is reduced by controlled voltage reduction at customer load points. This can typically reduce demand by 2 to 4 percent.
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